Classic Trucks At George Barris Show In Culver City

Culver City, the Southern California community surrounded on all sides by Los Angeles, has a hot rodding history going back to the Thirties. It exploded in the Fifties when the city became a magnet for cruisers, street racers, and enthusiasts who wanted to participate in the scene—or at least be a witness to the whole thing.
At the annual Cruisin’ Back To The ’50s car show, hosted by Barris, the streets of Culver City shut down for the day. Actually they shut down to ordinary traffic, but they open up to some extraordinary type of traffic. Hot rods, customs, muscle cars, lowriders, sports cars, classics, antiques, movie cars, and more pack several city blocks. Whatever room is left over is filled with vendor and displays, plus the main stage where a steady stream of diverse bands keep the music going throughout the show.
George Barris knows that classic trucks are a popular attraction at hot rod shows. That's why hot rodded and restored haulers have alwas been a welcome part of the party. When the show comes to Culver City every year, Naturally, we look for the pickups, and always find plenty. Here are a few of our favorites from the 2014 show.